Besides the classic RX-78-2, there have been several iconic and incredible mobile suits in the Gundam franchise piloted by heroes and villains.

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and joins an underground mecha duel competition. She partners up with Shuji Ito, a mysterious young boy who somehow has his hands on the Red Gundam. Nyaan is another teenager and protagonist of ...